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Chilcabamba Lodge

2.5 star property
Travelers cycle through pristine nature reserves by day before returning to gather around a crackling firepit under starlit Ecuadorian skies

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Chilcabamba Lodge, near Santa Rita Ecological Reserve, offers a natural retreat with garden views. Guests can borrow bikes to explore Pasachoa Forest Reserve or enjoy the arcade/game room. The lodge provides WiFi in common areas and knowledgeable staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AED 480
AED 528 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Superior Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Renovated in 2022
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Mountain view

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Renovated in 2022
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Garden view

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Deluxe Room, Balcony | Soundproofing, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Renovated in 2022
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Garden view

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Renovated in 2022
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Mountain view

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Superior Room, Balcony, Garden View | Soundproofing, bed sheets

Superior Room, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Renovated in 2022
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Garden view

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Standard Room, Garden View | Soundproofing, bed sheets

Standard Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Renovated in 2022
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View | Soundproofing, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Renovated in 2022
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

About the neighborhood

Located in Machachi, Chilcabamba Lodge is in the mountains and near a boardwalk/promenade. Shoppers can check out Machachi Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Condor Machay Waterfall and Cotopaxi National Park. Santa Rita Ecological Reserve and Tesalia Springs Pool are two other places to visit that come recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, ecotours, and mountain climbing. Visit our Machachi travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A breathtaking view of the snow-capped Cotopaxi volcano in Ecuador's Parque Nacional Cotopaxi, with Laguna de Santo Domingo in the foreground.
    Cotopaxi National Park
    19 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Santa Rita Ecological Reserve
    15 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Condor Machay Waterfall
    21 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Tesalia Springs Pool
    40 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Tambillo Station
    57 min drive
  • Mariscal Sucre Intl. Airport (UIO)
    98 min drive

Restaurants

  • Finca Hotel Cotopaxipungo
    15 min drive

About this property

Chilcabamba Lodge

Lodge remodeled in 2022 and located near Cotopaxi National Park
Located close to Santa Rita Ecological Reserve and Condor Machay Waterfall, Chilcabamba Lodge provides a terrace, a firepit, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this lodge. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A gift shop, a water dispenser, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Chilcabamba Lodge boast thoughtful touches such as fireplaces, in addition to amenities like sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers and shampoo
  • Balconies, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 16.25 for adults and USD 8.13 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 27.50; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Cooking classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2009
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - June 2022
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 45 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 16.25 for adults and USD 8.13 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 45 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 27.5

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Chilcabamba Lodge Machachi
Chilcabamba Lodge
Chilcabamba Machachi
Chilcabamba
Chilcabamba Lodge Lodge
Chilcabamba Lodge Machachi
Chilcabamba Lodge Lodge Machachi

Frequently asked questions

Is Chilcabamba Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chilcabamba Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM– 7:00 AM for a fee of USD 45.

What time is check-out at Chilcabamba Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Chilcabamba Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 75 per vehicle applies.

Where is Chilcabamba Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this lodge is within 6 mi (10 km) of Santa Rita Ecological Reserve, Condor Machay Waterfall, and Cotopaxi National Park. Tesalia Springs Pool and Machachi Market are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Chilcabamba Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arantxa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice and clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a gorgeous property and beautiful room. The food was delicious and the staff is super friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with amazing views. Meals were fabulous and staff was incredibly helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place. Wonderful food, wood stoves for heat Sign up for their tours. I had the nicest woman guide. I saw condors & waterfalls.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By far the best hotel we stayed at in Ecuador. We had expectations based on pics but the reality was even better. Extremely clean, fabulous staff, very comfortable common area. Easy drive to the volcano.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property. Customer service was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible place to stay, 2 nights was not enough. Jessica and the team really made me and my family very welcome. Excellent breakfast and dinner with amazing views of the 5 volcanoes and plenty of activities to do in the area. Would love to go back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay at the lodge was out of this world. The staff are amazing and care for every need. Couldn’t fault a single thing! Food and drink was exceptional too! And the location is to be seen with your own eyes! Nothing can compare !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Qassam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, food, view of cotopaxi, fireplace My only feedback is investing in having quieter rooms because i can still hear others. Also, have more signs in the park to make it easier to find the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet place with great service. The road to get there is not easy! But overall it helped our family relax with a fire place and great accommodation. Strongly recommended as in Ecuador the standards are not always consistent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great days!

It is a beautiful place where you will enjoy the tranquility, the natural landscape and the warmth of the staff who work there. The logde is far from the road but it is worth it because you really disconnect from everything. The staff is very attentive and always ready to help, I really hope to return sometime with my family when we think about vacations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thé Chilcabamba Lodge by far exceeded our expectations!!! The staff is incredibly helpful and friendly, the food is excellent and the dining room is warm and cosy. The lodge is an eclectic mix of hacienda with modern decor and design. The outside offers stunning views of Cotopaxi as well as Rumiñahui, Pasochoa and Sincholagua. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We spent two lovely nights at Chilcabamba. It's modern and comfortable, but also has character. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The lodge is in a spectacular setting in the countryside, with direct views of Cotopaxi but also another volcano, Pasochoa. Because of the altitude, the Cotopaxi area gets cool at night but the rooms have wood-burning stoves so stay warm. Chilcabamba also has a nice restaurant and comfortable lounge. Overall a lovely refuge on the fringes of the Cotapaxi national park. We hope to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a little bit challenging to reach. If you don't have an organized transportation, you should rent a SUV, since roads are partly really bumpy. But the place and the hotel are great. It is really quite and cosy. We had a fire place in our room. The food is good. And just after moving to another hotel not to far away we realized how great Chilcabamba was. We would like to come back immediately. We will miss it. So, if you need a nice place to disconnect from the was was world, Chilcabamba could be a good option for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I had the most outstanding stay. We stayed for 6 nights in total. Throughout the entire stay we felt so at home. Breakfast was a great quality as was the lunches, boxed lunches for trip days and the evening meals. Our room was super spacious, the fire was delightful and made it really cosy. Jessica helped arrange all our guides for hiking and visiting the Cotopaxi area. I would change nothing and would return again if I ever come back. The views were breathtaking and I don’t think the pictures on here really show how great the lodge is or the views, so you have a delightful surprise ahead of you if you book. We saw hummingbirds around the lodge and had really good local liquors to enjoy by the fire a night.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fuqing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay, lovely dog companion

Beautiful lodge near Cotopaxi. We loved our small wood fireplace in the room. A young gentleman would come to set up the fire everyday. The unplanned highlight of the stay was actually a “stray“ dog. According to the receptionist, the dog does not belong to the lodge but shows up on the lodge property frequently. The dog was there when we checked in. She (we think it’s a girl) somehow indicated to us to follow her. We had no activity planned, so we walked with her. For one hour, the dog led our mini hike and she sure knew the way well in that area. She was so intelligent, peaceful yet playful. It was an amazing experience. Our day and that walk would’ve been boring if the dog weren’t there. My partner was not a fan of dog but still fell deeply in love with her. Seemed other guests, especially solo ones, liked her company too. Staff was all very kind and helpful. Horseriding in the national park was very beautiful, but previous riding experience highly recommended. Lunch menu was a bit too simple. Real empanadas would be a good idea to add on the menu. Like mentioned above, there aren’t much to do in the lodge, especially when the weather was bad. Extra activity would be nice: such as walk with the lodge dog :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's was a wonderful stay with great personnel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wood burning heat
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere. Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay near Cotopaxi

A beautiful property in a stunning location. The staff did everything to make my stay comfortable and fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lodge with amazing views of Cotopaxi. Rooms are cold, but have a very cosy wood-burning stove. Great place to explore the park and enjoy the tranquility of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful location. The lodge itself is super cute and comfortable. The communication with the property was easy. The food was delicious. Would definitely stay here again and would love to spend more time relaxing by the fire.

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely outstanding
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conradin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feel at home in the middle of rugged nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shahed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place with quality food. The staff are super nice and helpful. The rooms are clean and spacious. The natural beauty around the hotel is breathtaking. Highly recommended. I would come back to this place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022